PitPoint.LNG B.V. and LIQAL jointly expand LNG network in Germany

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BREDA, THE NETHERLANDS – May 24, 2022 – Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is a readily available alternative fuel to contribute to reducing local air pollution and CO2 emissions in the transportation sector. With demand for LNG for heavy road transport picking up pace across Europe, especially in Germany, PitPoint.LNG B.V. is working with LIQAL, part of Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), to expand the network of LNG refueling stations in the German market.

Switching to more sustainable, cleaner fuel and reducing dependence on diesel is critical for the transportation industry. A growing number of transport companies in Germany are recognizing the potential of LNG as a cleaner alternative fuel for HGVs.

Network expansion in Germany

Germany’s central transportation routes are home to high volumes of freight transport, but current density of LNG refueling infrastructure lags behind that of countries like the Netherlands. The German government is taking steps to change this including subsidies on purchasing LNG trucks and exemptions from motorway tolls. Germany is committed to extending the LNG network in line with the energy transition policy.

To meet this need for network expansion and fast-growing demand for LNG in Germany, PitPoint.LNG B.V. and LIQAL will realize three LNG refueling stations in 2022.

LNG Station on A5 at Hirschberg

The first LNG refueling station is installed at the TotalEnergies truck stop in Hirschberg, Germany. It is conveniently located along the A5, making it ideal for transport companies using the travel corridor between Germany and Italy. The development of an LNG station at this strategic location is a further endorsement of the desire for a better and cleaner fuel solution for road transport.

The state-of-the-art installation includes a total turnkey LIQAL LNG fueling station with vertical 80 cubic meter LNG storage tank and two LNG dispensers. Full forecourt installation allows simultaneous high speed fueling for two LNG powered trucks and the station comes with a fully integrated SIL-2 safety PLC and ESD system and secure remote access. The site has been operational since mid-March 2022.

LNG industry specialists

LIQAL and PitPoint.LNG B.V. are established LNG experts and have been involved in developing innovative LNG solutions for nearly decade. Both companies invest in supporting the development of the LNG network: PitPoint.LNG B.V. focuses on finding, realizing, and operating LNG refueling stations, and is a joint venture between TotalEnergies Gas Mobility B.V. and SHV Energy; and LIQAL is a top tier provider of LNG fueling technology.

LIQAL and PitPoint.LNG B.V. share a common commitment to ensure the best LNG refueling technology and services for transport companies. It’s no surprise that both companies decided to partner in realizing three new LNG refueling stations in Germany. I am also very pleased that PitPoint.LNG B.V. decided to gain experience with our automated and TCO-effective BTU system to re-liquefy the station’s boil-off gas on the project site.” – Joost Jansen, Business Development Manager LIQAL.

With broad experience and technical knowhow, LIQAL and PitPoint.LNG B.V. jointly develop plans and make preparations for the realization of new LNG stations. The partnership works hard to bring a network of fully equipped, state-of-the-art LNG refueling stations to LNG users the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany.

“All our efforts have now achieved an excellent result as evidenced by the brand-new station in Hirschberg. We look forward to realizing the next LNG refueling station in full partnership with LIQAL.” – Jan Willem Drijver, Managing Director PitPoint.LNG B.V.

About PitPoint.LNG B.V.
PitPoint.LNG B.V. is a joint venture between TotalEnergies Gas Mobility B.V. and SHV Energy.

About LIQAL
At LIQAL we believe in a better and cleaner future for our planet. We design, deliver, and technically operate your next station on the road to a greener future. LIQAL’s expertise: LNG, Bio-LNG, and hydrogen. For more information, visit www.LIQAL.com.

About Dover Fueling Solutions
Dover Fueling Solutions, part of Dover Corporation, comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, and Fairbanks delivering advanced fuel dispensing equipment, electronic systems and payment, automatic tank gauging, and wetstock management solutions to customers worldwide. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant manufacturing and technology development presence around the world, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. For more information about DFS, visit www.doverfuelingsolutions.com

For more information, contact:
Caressa Timmermans
Brand Manager LIQAL
+31 625158586
c-c.timmermans@liqal.com

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